Building Insulation for Roofs, Walls & Floors

Installing new insulation is one of the most effective ways to reduce utility bills and make your home a more comfortable place to live. Having proper roof insulation in every home is at the heart of many government schemes, initiatives and building regulations. So it’s vital to ensure that your loft space and the rest of your property are adequately insulated. This affects developers erecting new build homes most of all, as well as anyone refurbishing their existing homes.

Our roof insulation includes a wide variety of options. These include:

• Insulation board
• Loft insulation rolls 
• Slab insulation

We also stock a growing range of modern, innovative multifoil insulation, which provides maximum control over airflow into the property. You’ll also find a selection of natural insulation for homeowners looking to make their homes more eco-friendly.

Whether you need insulation at 50mm, or all the way up to 200mm loft insulation, we’ve got the perfect insulation thickness for your project. We work with an ever-growing list of top brands, including including Rockwool, Celotex, Superglass, Kingspan, Thermafleece and more. Each of the manufacturers we work with is recognised industry-wide for crafting high-quality and versatile insulation products for both residential and commercial premises.

Benefits of Roof Insulation

Increase Comfort

By improving the levels of insulation in your roof space, you’ll make your home much more energy efficient. This will help not only to keep it warmer during the winter but cooler during the summer. This is because insulation works by reducing heat transfer between the inside of your home and the outside.

Save Money

New insulation will also help you save money on energy bills in the long term. According to the Energy Saving Trust, effective loft insulation could save you up to £255 per year on utility bills.  What’s more, it is estimated that up to 85% of heat loss occurs through the walls, floors and roof of a property. This means you should also insulate your walls and floors.

Protect the Structure

Another added benefit of effective roof insulation is that excess moisture in your loft will be absorbed and effectively wicked away. Moisture damage or water ingress is one of the most common causes of structural damage to homes, especially the joists and battens in a roof. Modern insulation is also treated to repel pests and other infestations.

Insulation Materials

The most common insulation materials include polyisocyanurate, fibreglass, mineral wool, cellulose, polystyrene and sheeps wool. While they will all have been designed to prevent heat loss, each material also has its own advantages, including acoustic insulation, durability and more.

Polyisocyanurate Insulation

The core of PIR insulation boards is incredibly rigid, making it perfect for insulating walls and floors. The core is usually placed between two high-performance aluminium foil facings. The unique build-up of PIR insulation makes it a superb thermal insulator that combats thermal bridging. It also has a long lifespan and is resistant to moisture.

Fibreglass Insulation

Fibreglass insulation is also known as glass fibre or glass wool insulation. It’s produced by heating glass fibres to a very high temperature and bonding them together. Due to the way it’s manufactured, fibreglass insulation contains millions of air pockets, making it a highly efficient thermal insulator and helping to maintain its robust structure.

Fibreglass insulation is also a fantastic acoustic insulator, making it the ideal choice for wall insulation and roof insulation. Finally, this form of insulation is fireproof and therefore a safe solution for both residential homes and commercial premises. 

Mineral Wool Insulation 

Mineral wool insulation is manufactured from glass fibres spun together to create a very dense roll or slab. Mineral wool insulation is a truly unique and highly versatile loft insulation solution.

Despite its lightweight, mineral wool is very dense and able to hold in place between both timber and metal frames, all without the need for additional fixings. Once installed, mineral wool is a superb thermal and acoustic insulator thanks to its porous, elastic structure. This type of insulation is also very safe and able to withstand temperatures of up to 400C.

Cellulose Insulation

Cellulose insulation is produced from a mix of paper, card and denim. Unlike standard insulation rolls or boards, this kind of insulation is blown into loft, wall and floor cavities. It’s perfectly suited for enclosed spaces with obstructions such as pipes and wires.

It can also be injected into finished walls, unlike most other forms of insulation. The feather-like consistency of cellulose insulation makes it a brilliant thermal insulator. All whilst being inexpensive when compared to solutions. Despite being manufactured from paper and cardboard, this insulation is treated with fire-retardant chemicals. This makes it safe for domestic and non-domestic properties.

Polystyrene Insulation

Polystyrene insulation is manufactured from plastic and is amongst the most durable, long-lasting solutions available. It is also highly resistant to water and dampness. Due to its rigidity, this type of insulation is easy to install between the metal frame of a wall or the timber structure of a roof.

Plus, it is a relatively lightweight insulation. As polystyrene insulation can be over 95% air, it is a brilliant thermal insulator. However, it is also great for keeping the sound of a busy city or bustling town out. Containing a fire-retardant additive, this insulation is a safe solution for both residential properties and commercial premises. 

Sheep’s Wool Insulation

Sheep’s wool insulation is becoming increasingly popular as loft insulation thanks to its strong performance as a thermal and acoustic insulator. What’s more, it’s far more eco-friendly than traditional manmade roof insulation. Not only is it much easier to work with as it’s non-toxic and non-irritating, but it’s also much more simple to dispose of, able to be recycled or even composted.

Have Any More Questions? 

Whatever question you may have, our award-winning customer service team is here to help you. Simply use our online chat or give them a call on 01295 565 565. With over 40 years’ experience in all things DIY and roofing, they’ll be able to recommend the perfect roof insulation for your project.